My Approach

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I offer holistic, trauma-informed, and person-centred therapy, integrating evidence-based approaches including psychodynamic, existential, cognitive, dialectical behavioural, and narrative therapies.

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Inspired by the humanistic work of psychotherapy pioneers such as Rogers, Jung, Yalom, Perls (Gestalt), van der Kolk, and Schwartz (IFS), I provide a therapeutic space grounded in deep respect for each person’s uniqueness, autonomy, and freedom.

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With empathy and attentive listening, I create a safe and reflective environment for meaningful exploration. Our work is collaborative. We honour your lived experience, your pace, and your preferences, fostering both empowerment and accountability. I draw on a range of clinical methods — including guided exploration and emotional regulation strategies — to support insight, integration, and sustainable change. My aim is to help you cultivate resilience, self-awareness, and a more secure relationship with yourself and others, particularly in the face of loss, change, and uncertainty.

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Recognising the connection between mind and body, we attend to how stress, trauma, grief, and emotion manifest physically. Somatic awareness and mindfulness practices may be incorporated to support presence, regulation, and embodied understanding.

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To meet diverse needs, I integrate the following evidence-based modalities as appropriate:

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Parts-informed Therapeutic Work (IFS)

Drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS), we understand the inner world as composed of different parts, each holding specific emotions, needs, and protective roles. By exploring these parts with curiosity and compassion, we reduce internal conflict and support greater emotional balance and integration.

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

CBT is a structured and goal-oriented approach that helps identify and shift unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour. It is particularly effective in addressing anxiety and depression by strengthening coping skills and fostering practical change.

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

ACT supports the development of psychological flexibility by helping you relate differently to difficult thoughts and emotions. Rather than eliminating discomfort, we clarify values and commit to meaningful action aligned with them.

 

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

EFT deepens understanding of emotional and attachment patterns, particularly in relationships. Together, we explore how needs are expressed and received, supporting the development of more secure and authentic connections. 

 

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

DBT integrates cognitive and behavioural strategies with mindfulness. It is especially effective for emotional intensity, trauma-related distress, and interpersonal difficulties, offering tools for regulation, distress tolerance, and relational stability.

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Creative & Experiential Work

When words feel insufficient, we may incorporate reflective writing, imagery, symbolic exploration, or other experiential practices. These approaches can deepen insight, access emotion, and support integration in ways that are sometimes less linear, yet deeply meaningful.

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If you feel ready to begin, I am here to walk alongside you.